58
6 AKE RD
LAKE ERIE
511 Numerous eateries, pubs, galleries, shops and museums downtown.
ELM
VINE st
Oberlin College Tappan Square
First Church
URR Sculpture & Healing Garden
FOREST st
MAIN
WASHINGTON ST
ST
MAIN ST
LAKE BREEZE RD
OBERLIN AVE
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BROADWAY
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N ABBE RD
KANSAS AVE
MILLER RD
MOORE RD
MIL VER
58
SOUTH MAIN st
URR Park
MLK Park & Evans House
S PLEASANT
GROVELAND st
URR Center/ Gasholder Building
EAST HAMILTON st
S PARK st
EAST LORAIN st
Bardwell House (private)
CROSSINGS WAY
BELMAR
VER RD T RI WES
ION
RD
ROOT RD
LAKE BREEZE RD
AVON BELDEN RD ARMOUR RD
JAYCOX RD
LEAR RD French Creek Reservation
6
URR Site Burrell Homestead
EAST COLLEGE st
SPRING st
N PARK st
181 E. Lorain
6
PARSONS RD
oberlin
LC Metro Parks Kayak Launch Site
Spur to winery.
US Steel Mill Site
COLORADO AVE
Vermilion–Lorain Water Trail
LORAIN
Lorain County Metro Parks Splash Zone
Kayak Rental
57
d. ric blv elect
REDWOOD BLVD
WALKER RD
83
Spur to winery.
CHESTER RD
WEBBER RD
VE TY A LIBER
MORGAN st
City Recreational Complex
6
CEDAR st.
S PROFESSOR st
WEST LORAIN st
URR Cemetery Tour & Monument
OHIO ST
SOUTH ST
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LIBERTY AVE
IE R
611
Vermilion–Lorain Water Trail
Peter Miller House Museum
PROSPECT st.
WEST COLLEGE st
60
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Paddleboard Rental
COL
611
ORA DO a ve
57
103rd OVI Civil War Museum
6
Weltzheimer Johnson House (Frank Lloyd Wright House)
Historical Westwood Cemetery
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Lorain Lighthouse
RI E W. E W 5T
Jet Express dock and boarding site
URR Site Station 100 Last Stop to Freedom
Follow the spur route signs to explore down- Bill Long Nature Preserve town, significant Underground Railroad and other interesting sites.
W. L
LAKEVIEW PARK
611
Sheffield lake/ avon lake
PYLE RD
90
City Map Key Hotel/Motel
Restroom
Bed & Breakfast/ Lodges/Cabins
Bike Shop
Camping
Coin Laundry
Parking
Swimming Beach or Pool
Info Source/ Visitor Center
Hospital
Dining
Art Museum/ Gallery
Ice Cream
Historical Site/Museum
Winery
Hiking
Vermilion: The charm of the New England style Historic Harbour Town 1837 district is complimented by waterfront attractions along the scenic Vermilion River and the shores of Lake Erie. Interesting shops and museums reflect the flavor of this lakefront town. Take a break, dine along the water and watch the river traffic go by. lake erie paddler
Kayak, Paddleboat, Canoe or SUP Rental
The tour will take you through several small towns and cities in North Central Ohio. Individually, each town is a delightful visit. Combined in a single tour, cyclists will experience a memorable and fulfilling environmental, cultural, historical and recreational tour. Hard-core athletes can jump on Thorn Mountain Bike Trail the trail and complete a multisport adventure that combines cycling with mountain biking, swimming, trekking, kayaking, roller blading or running through varied and scenic terrain. Cycling tourists can take a leisurely spin through the route while immersing themselves in the culture, arts and history of Oberlin, the nautical charm and maritime history of Vermilion, or the beautiful beaches and lake views in Lorain, Sheffield Lake and Avon Lake.
The Back Roads and Beaches Route is miles of rolling,
rural roads with beautiful scenery that ranges from farmland and forest to the nautical flavor of the Lake Erie shoreline. The route provides scenic and low-traffic routes that lead riders through some of Ohio’s most spectacular landscape. It also highlights some of the area’s most relevant history, culture and arts. Of course, every touring cyclist always looks for great food. You’ll find fast food along the route but Back Road and Beaches highlights those eateries that feature locally grown produce, organics, healthy choices and spectacular outdoor views of our natural areas. The route is perfect for a two- or three-day visit. You’ll find lodges, hotels, bed and breakfasts and camping along the way. Some are a bit off the trail but can be easily reached by bike. All lodging indicated on the map are cyclist-friendly.
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Lorain County Heritage is the non-profit subsidiary of Visit Lorain County. The mission of Lorain County Heritage, Inc. is to preserve, promote and provide education regarding Lorain County’s unique history, culture, arts and natural environment. Lorain County Heritage, Inc. encourages responsible travel to and inside Lorain County.
Sheffield
57
Lorain
6
Vermilion
90
58
254
2 80
Amherst 80
60
90
113
Elyria
113 Birmingham
58
20
Oberlin
Lorain: You will find one of Lake Erie's finest beaches and waterfront parks. Lakeview Beach and Park in Lorain. Just
511
Kipton
511 301
20
20
east of Lakeview, you can visit the mouth of the Black River and view the scenic Charles Berry Bascule bridge. Oberlin: The funky little City of Oberlin is home to Oberlin College. Oberlin is unique in its ties to the Underground Railroad. This is a bicyclefriendly community that loves visiting cyclists. Several eateries specialize and serve locally-grown, organic, vegan and vegetarian cuisine. Oberlin is home to many fine museums and galleries that welcome cyclists.
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A Lorain County Heritage Program 8025 Leavitt Rd. • Amherst, OH 44001 800.334.1673 www.backroadsandbeaches.com For area travel information: www.visitloraincounty.com
Thank you to the Lorain County Engineer's office who fund and maintain the signage along the Back Roads and Beaches Route.
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303 LaGrange
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Patchwork Trails: Quilt Barn Tour of Lorain County
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Check out these awesome, bike-friendly businesses that support Back Roads and Beaches and are located along the route. Find their number on the map and you'll find them!
IKE AND MULTISPOR B S E H C A E D B T Y * N O R T H C E N T R A L T ROUT N A S E OHIO AD A I N C O U N O R K LOR C A B
24 Miles to Cleveland
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A thrilling, 3-hour treetop adventure!
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Captains Corner Marina 655 West River Rd., Vermilion, OH 440.967.KAYAK (5292) westriverkayak.com
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Rentals, Lessons, Sales Paddleboard, Kayaks, Canoes
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Wineries 11005 Gore Orphanage Rd. • Henrietta Township www.vermilionvalleyvineyards.com 440.965.5205 Set in tranquil surroundings featuring fine vinifera and fruit wines, food, and live music. Seasonal Days & Hours • Open Sunday
LaGrange
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Lodging 7 North Main St. • Oberlin, 44074 440.775.1111 • 800.376.4173 • www.oberlininn.com Exceptional Amenities, Restful Accommodations, Award-Winning Dining An ideal hotel for business, leisure, weddings, reunions and the academic community.
58 QUARRY RD
PITTS RD
PECK WADSWORTH RD
WEBSTER RD
9
Wellington
18
Rochester
14240 Baird Rd., Oberlin commongroundcenter.org | 440.707.2044 | #izipped
PARSONS
AUSTIN RD
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Findley State Park 25381 State Route 58, Wellington www.ohiostateparks.org/findley
Hiking, Biking, Picnicking, Disc Golf, Fishing, Camping and Birding! Info: 440.647.4490, to make reservations at any Ohio State Park, call 1.866.644.6727.
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North Coast Inland Trail can be used to get to lodging in Elyria.
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Your Complete Bicycle Store with sales and service departments, serving the North Coast Area since 1964. Certified Bike Fitter
North Ridgeville
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MURRAY RIDGE
GORE ORPHANAGE
milan ave
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NORTH RIDG
Avon
Bicycle Bills, LLC 5523 South St. (Rt. 60) •Vermilion 440-967-BIKE (2453) • www.bicyclebills.com
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DIAGONAL RD
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New and used bike sales, full service repair shop, bike rentals, ride maps, clothing and accessories. Conveniently located in downtown Oberlin.
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60
611
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6
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Vermilion 10
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23 S. Main St. • Oberlin, 44074 • 440.774.7978 swervebikeshop.com Sales, Service, Rentals, and Smiles
WALKER RD LEAR RD
6 Sheffield Lake
24 Miles to Cedar Point
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Avon Lake
LAKE ERIE
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Bike Shop/Repair
Wellin Reserv gton ation
GRIGGS RD
Penfield
18 Findley State Park &Tho Mountain Birnke Trail JONES RD
Two bedroom suite perfect for couples or families in historic downtown Amherst with wine cellars, restaurants and shops. Easy ride to Lake Erie, Oberlin College and bike trails.
JONES RD
10
2 Miles West of Historic Vermilion 800.475.9690 • www.lodgesonthelake.com Redefining lakeside hospitality. Impeccably clean nightly and weekly cottages with private sandy beach. Restaurants, wineries and shopping nearby.
4 Back Roads and Beaches Main Bike Route Back Roads and Beaches Bike Route Spur to points of interest Bike Path-Lorain County Metro Parks
162 New London Eastern Rd.
The Sandstone Suite at 5 Corners Bed & Breakfast 175 Beaver Ct., Amherst 440.984.3084 • www.5cornersbnb.com
Lodging
Bike Shop
Hiking
Restroom
Winery
Underground Railroad Site
Hospital
Patchwork Trails Quilt Barn Location
Private Campground
Beach
Kayak, SUP, Canoe, and/or Paddleboat rental
Parking
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Info Sources
Mileage Info North Loop of Back Roads and Beaches = 33 Miles South Route (Findley State Park – LC Metro Parks Path) = 15 Miles Vermilion – Avon Lake spur along Lake Erie = 22.5 Miles
For details on attractions, restaurants, lodging, wineries and more, see:
www.backroadsandbeaches.com
No warranty is made or intended as to the safety or fitness of the highways, roads, streets, paths or other byways for bicycle travel. These are merely suggestions and require the exercise of caution and discretion by an individual. The State of Ohio, its counties, cities and other subdivisions as well as their elected officials, officers and employees, Lorain County Heritage, the Lorain County Visitors Bureau and sponsors of Back Roads and Beaches, disclaim any responsibility whatsoever and shall not be liable in any manner for loss, damage, or injury occasioned by bicyclists who, of their own volition, travel along the highways, roads, streets, paths, or other byways of Ohio
A local bicycle club for over 40 years www.lorainwheelmen.org
BELMAR
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Peter Miller House Museum
d. ric blv elect
REDWOOD BLVD Spur to winery.
LEAR RD
CHESTER RD
JAYCOX RD
Sheffield lake/ avon lake ARMOUR RD
Spur to winery.
6
WALKER RD
WEBBER RD
83 90 rural roads with beautiful scenery that ranges from farmland and forest to the nautical flavor of the Lake Erie shoreline. The route provides scenic and low-traffic routes that lead riders through some of Ohio’s most spectacular landscape. It also highlights some of the area’s most relevant history, culture and arts. Of course, every touring cyclist always looks for great food. You’ll find fast food along the route but Back Road and Beaches highlights those eateries that feature locally grown produce, organics, healthy choices and spectacular outdoor views of our natural areas. The route is perfect for a two- or three-day visit. You’ll find lodges, hotels, bed and breakfasts and camping along the way. Some are a bit off the trail but can be easily reached by bike. All lodging indicated on the map are cyclist-friendly.
57
The Back Roads and Beaches Route is miles of rolling,
US Steel Mill Site
Oberlin: The funky little City of Oberlin is home to Oberlin College. Oberlin is unique in its ties to the Underground Railroad. This is a bicyclefriendly community that loves visiting cyclists. Several eateries specialize and serve locally-grown, organic, vegan and vegetarian cuisine. Oberlin is home to many fine museums and galleries that welcome cyclists.
east of Lakeview, you can visit the mouth of the Black River and view the scenic Charles Berry Bascule bridge.
Patchwork Trails: Quilt Barn Tour of Lorain County
Lorain: You will find one of Lake Erie's finest beaches and waterfront parks. Lakeview Beach and Park in Lorain. Just
Vermilion: The charm of the New England style Historic Harbour Town 1837 district is complimented by waterfront attractions along the scenic Vermilion River and the shores of Lake Erie. Interesting shops and museums reflect the flavor of this lakefront town. Take a break, dine along the water and watch the river traffic go by.
Thank you to the Lorain County Engineer's office who fund and maintain the signage along the Back Roads and Beaches Route.
Lorain County Heritage is the non-profit subsidiary of Visit Lorain County. The mission of Lorain County Heritage, Inc. is to preserve, promote and provide education regarding Lorain County’s unique history, culture, arts and natural environment. Lorain County Heritage, Inc. encourages responsible travel to and inside Lorain County.
LAKE ERIE
Kayak, Paddleboat, Canoe or SUP Rental
611 URR Site Burrell Homestead
Hiking
COLORADO AVE French Creek Reservation
Winery
Vermilion–Lorain Water Trail LC Metro Parks Kayak Launch Site
Historical Site/Museum
611
AVON BELDEN RD
CROSSINGS WAY
MILLER RD
N ABBE RD
LAKE BREEZE RD E COLORADO AV
MOORE RD
6
LORAIN
Ice Cream
AVE 103rd OVI Civil War Museum Vermilion–Lorain Water Trail
Dining
BROADWAY
LAKE ERIE 20
Birmingham
60
60
Vermilion
Lorain County Metro Parks Splash Zone
Art Museum/ Gallery
6
Hospital
TH W 14
6
18
511
511
Kipton
113
511
20 303
– VermilionWater Lorain Trail
2
162
80
611
58
58
Oberlin
58
90
Amherst
6
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113
N PARK st
611
18
254
57
6
80
90
Penfield
LaGrange
20
Elyria
301
301 Sheffield
Sheffield Lake
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Lorain
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Info Source/ Visitor Center
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Parking
SOUTH ST
LAKE BREEZE RD
Kayak Rental
ORA DO a ve
Kayak Rental
PARSONS RD
Swimming Beach or Pool
COL
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A Lorain County Heritage Program 8025 Leavitt Rd. • Amherst, OH 44001 800.334.1673 www.backroadsandbeaches.com For area travel information: www.visitloraincounty.com
WEST HAMILTON st
GROVELAND st
Coin Laundry
T
URR Center/ Gasholder Building
BACK ROADS & BEACHES
City Recreational Complex
EAST COLLEGE st
Camping
Paddleboard Rental
ROOT RD
AVE
611
URR Cemetery Tour & Monument
The tour will take you through several small towns and cities in North Central Ohio. Individually, each town is a delightful visit. Combined in a single tour, cyclists will experience a memorable and fulfilling environmental, cultural, historical and recreational tour. Hard-core athletes can jump on Thorn Mountain Bike Trail the trail and complete a multisport adventure that combines cycling with mountain biking, swimming, trekking, kayaking, roller blading or running through varied and scenic terrain. Cycling tourists can take a leisurely spin through the route while immersing themselves in the culture, arts and history of Oberlin, the nautical charm and maritime history of Vermilion, or the beautiful beaches and lake views in Lorain, Sheffield Lake and Avon Lake.
S PROFESSOR st
MORGAN st
MLK Park & Evans House Bardwell House (private)
Bike Shop
IFO RN IA
D IE R
FOREST st
VINE st
181 E. Lorain
Bed & Breakfast/ Lodges/Cabins
HS W 5T
LIBERTY AVE
URR Sculpture & Healing Garden
EAST LORAIN st
Restroom
LAKE ERIE
CEDAR st.
PROSPECT st.
WEST COLLEGE st
Oberlin College Tappan Square
Hotel/Motel
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Numerous eateries, pubs, galleries, shops and museums downtown.
City Map Key
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Weltzheimer Johnson House (Frank Lloyd Wright House)
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There are a number of options throughout the downtown area for food, shopping and services
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6 WASHINGTON ST
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Follow the spur route signs to explore down- Bill Long Nature Preserve town, significant Underground Railroad and other interesting sites. WEST LORAIN st URR Park
lake erie paddler
511 First Church
No
58
6 AKE RD
LAKE ERIE
511 Numerous eateries, pubs, galleries, shops and museums downtown.
ELM
VINE st
Oberlin College Tappan Square
First Church
URR Sculpture & Healing Garden
FOREST st
MAIN
WASHINGTON ST
ST
MAIN ST
LAKE BREEZE RD
OBERLIN AVE
BRO
ADW
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BROADWAY
AVE
N ABBE RD
KANSAS AVE
MILLER RD
MOORE RD
MIL VER
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SOUTH MAIN st
URR Park
MLK Park & Evans House
S PLEASANT
GROVELAND st
URR Center/ Gasholder Building
EAST HAMILTON st
S PARK st
EAST LORAIN st
Bardwell House (private)
CROSSINGS WAY
BELMAR
VER RD T RI WES
ION
RD
ROOT RD
LAKE BREEZE RD
AVON BELDEN RD ARMOUR RD
JAYCOX RD
LEAR RD French Creek Reservation
6
URR Site Burrell Homestead
EAST COLLEGE st
SPRING st
N PARK st
181 E. Lorain
6
PARSONS RD
oberlin
LC Metro Parks Kayak Launch Site
Spur to winery.
US Steel Mill Site
COLORADO AVE
Vermilion–Lorain Water Trail
LORAIN
Lorain County Metro Parks Splash Zone
Kayak Rental
57
d. ric blv elect
REDWOOD BLVD
WALKER RD
83
Spur to winery.
CHESTER RD
WEBBER RD
VE TY A LIBER
MORGAN st
City Recreational Complex
6
CEDAR st.
S PROFESSOR st
WEST LORAIN st
URR Cemetery Tour & Monument
OHIO ST
SOUTH ST
D
LIBERTY AVE
IE R
611
Vermilion–Lorain Water Trail
Peter Miller House Museum
PROSPECT st.
WEST COLLEGE st
60
E. ER
Paddleboard Rental
COL
611
ORA DO a ve
57
103rd OVI Civil War Museum
6
Weltzheimer Johnson House (Frank Lloyd Wright House)
Historical Westwood Cemetery
IFO RN IA
WEST HAMILTON st
CAL
LAKE ERIE
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There are a number of options throughout the downtown area for food, shopping and services
6
IDG Y BR ERR C. B
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TH
Kayak Rental
W 14
E COLORADO AV
LAKE ERIE
vermilion
RD
Lorain Lighthouse
RI E W. E W 5T
Jet Express dock and boarding site
URR Site Station 100 Last Stop to Freedom
Follow the spur route signs to explore down- Bill Long Nature Preserve town, significant Underground Railroad and other interesting sites.
W. L
LAKEVIEW PARK
611
Sheffield lake/ avon lake
PYLE RD
90
City Map Key Hotel/Motel
Restroom
Bed & Breakfast/ Lodges/Cabins
Bike Shop
Camping
Coin Laundry
Parking
Swimming Beach or Pool
Info Source/ Visitor Center
Hospital
Dining
Art Museum/ Gallery
Ice Cream
Historical Site/Museum
Winery
Hiking
Vermilion: The charm of the New England style Historic Harbour Town 1837 district is complimented by waterfront attractions along the scenic Vermilion River and the shores of Lake Erie. Interesting shops and museums reflect the flavor of this lakefront town. Take a break, dine along the water and watch the river traffic go by. lake erie paddler
Kayak, Paddleboat, Canoe or SUP Rental
The tour will take you through several small towns and cities in North Central Ohio. Individually, each town is a delightful visit. Combined in a single tour, cyclists will experience a memorable and fulfilling environmental, cultural, historical and recreational tour. Hard-core athletes can jump on Thorn Mountain Bike Trail the trail and complete a multisport adventure that combines cycling with mountain biking, swimming, trekking, kayaking, roller blading or running through varied and scenic terrain. Cycling tourists can take a leisurely spin through the route while immersing themselves in the culture, arts and history of Oberlin, the nautical charm and maritime history of Vermilion, or the beautiful beaches and lake views in Lorain, Sheffield Lake and Avon Lake.
The Back Roads and Beaches Route is miles of rolling,
rural roads with beautiful scenery that ranges from farmland and forest to the nautical flavor of the Lake Erie shoreline. The route provides scenic and low-traffic routes that lead riders through some of Ohio’s most spectacular landscape. It also highlights some of the area’s most relevant history, culture and arts. Of course, every touring cyclist always looks for great food. You’ll find fast food along the route but Back Road and Beaches highlights those eateries that feature locally grown produce, organics, healthy choices and spectacular outdoor views of our natural areas. The route is perfect for a two- or three-day visit. You’ll find lodges, hotels, bed and breakfasts and camping along the way. Some are a bit off the trail but can be easily reached by bike. All lodging indicated on the map are cyclist-friendly.
BACK ROAuDlSti&sp BEACHES AI LOR
BACK ROADS & BEACHES
CENTRA
Y *
L OH IO 6 Sheffield Lake 611
301
– VermilionWater Lorain Trail
611
611
Lorain County Heritage is the non-profit subsidiary of Visit Lorain County. The mission of Lorain County Heritage, Inc. is to preserve, promote and provide education regarding Lorain County’s unique history, culture, arts and natural environment. Lorain County Heritage, Inc. encourages responsible travel to and inside Lorain County.
Sheffield
57
Lorain
6
Vermilion
90
58
254
2 80
Amherst 80
60
90
113
Elyria
113 Birmingham
58
20
Oberlin
Lorain: You will find one of Lake Erie's finest beaches and waterfront parks. Lakeview Beach and Park in Lorain. Just
511
Kipton
511 301
20
20
east of Lakeview, you can visit the mouth of the Black River and view the scenic Charles Berry Bascule bridge. Oberlin: The funky little City of Oberlin is home to Oberlin College. Oberlin is unique in its ties to the Underground Railroad. This is a bicyclefriendly community that loves visiting cyclists. Several eateries specialize and serve locally-grown, organic, vegan and vegetarian cuisine. Oberlin is home to many fine museums and galleries that welcome cyclists.
UNT N CO
LAKE ERIE
A Lorain County Heritage Program 8025 Leavitt Rd. • Amherst, OH 44001 800.334.1673 www.backroadsandbeaches.com For area travel information: www.visitloraincounty.com
Thank you to the Lorain County Engineer's office who fund and maintain the signage along the Back Roads and Beaches Route.
o m bike and N O R T Hrt route
303 LaGrange
58
60 511
Wellington
18
Patchwork Trails: Quilt Barn Tour of Lorain County
18
162
Penfield
Nor